Featuring a 2-megapixel sensor, the FD8361L is able to provide extremely wide coverage with the finest details. Additionally, the camera is incorporated with high performance H.264 compression technology, and has adopted a number of innovative bandwidth-efficient technologies built into the camera, including cropping, ePTZ, and activity adaptive streaming.

In order to adapt to constantly changing outdoor lighting conditions, the FD8361L features an auto-iris lens to protect from damage induced by direct sunlight. The camera also comes with a removable IR-cut filter and IR illuminators for superior image quality around the clock. For protection against the elements, the camera is furnished with an IP66-rated housing and vandal-proof casing to withstand rain, dust, and vandalism. The PoE-powered heater and fan further enhance the FD8361L's performance and reliability in extremely cold and warm weather.

The integrated BNC connector allowing the FD8361L to be connected directly to an analog monitor provides enhanced flexibility and usability and ease of installation. Other advanced features include a 3-axis mechanism for flexible installation, 802.3af PoE, SD/SDHC card slot, and tamper detection. With the included ST7501 32-CH recording software, the FD8361L is the ultimate camera for demanding outdoor environments.